Publications

Closure of the Bora Laskin COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

July 16, 2021

Based on high vaccination rates in our community and a significant drop in appointment bookings, the Hospital’s Bora Laskin COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic will be closing on Friday, July 23rd.

Hospital Celebrates Rathbone Scholarship Winners

July 15, 2021

Ongoing education and training is crucial to ensure Clinical Laboratory staff at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) can provide the best patient care. Thanks to the Dr. Douglas Rathbone Scholarship Fund and Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, 15 hardworking individuals from TBRHSC’s lab were awarded scholarships to continue their education and professional development.

New Fusion Biopsy Technique Faster, Safer, Better

July 14, 2021

Patients in Thunder Bay have a new and more effective way of getting a prostate cancer biopsy – and it’s an Ontario first north of Toronto.

Practice Sun Safety this Summer

July 13, 2021

Summer is upon us and sun safety is important when spending time outdoors. Whether it is hot and sunny outside or a cloudy day, no one is completely safe from the effects of the sun, but there are things you can do to increase your sun safety this summer.

Fostering a Culture of Kindness

July 6, 2021

The past year has been extremely challenging for the health care profession. Health care workers are experiencing increasing rates of anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout due to the pandemic. Still, the staff, professional staff, and volunteers at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) continue to show remarkable resilience and dedication, showing up to work every day ready to provide exceptional care to our patients.

Support Service

July 5, 2021

The COVID-19 incident management team at the hospital, consisting of the organization’s top medical and administrative personnel, has been responsible for leading the facility through the past 16 months. Large administrative bodies, however, also need crucial support, and that’s where Amanda Walberg comes in.

Stroke Rehabilitation

June 28, 2021

It is a progressive, dynamic, goal-orientated process aimed at enabling a person with impairment to reach their optimal physical, cognitive, emotional, communicative, and social functional level.

Role of the Clinical Stroke Nurse

June 22, 2021

There are currently two Clinical Stroke Nurses at TBRHSC. Mallory Karsten and Barry Ducharme are responsible for providing leadership and coordination through the acute stroke delivery. One of their main roles is to attend Code Strokes called throughout the Hospital to provide support and to ensure timely and smooth transitions throughout the treatment processes.

Life After Stroke: Keeping Connected in the Community

June 17, 2021

Stroke is a sudden and life-altering event that may require an extended recovery period. More than 400,000 Canadians are living with the effects of stroke. Additionally, many family members and caregivers are also impacted, often taking on supportive roles in the stroke survivor’s recovery.

Regional Stroke Units

June 16, 2021

Regional Stroke Units are defined areas in hospitals that are dedicated to the assessment, treatment, and management of stroke patients.